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| 1940 Ford Deluxe |
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Price: $24,995 |
Last Updated 6 minutes ago
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| Year: |
1940 |
| Make: |
Ford |
| Model: |
Deluxe |
| Trim: |
N\A |
| Engine: |
Flathead V8 |
| Fuel: |
Gasoline |
| Color: |
Green |
| Miles: |
23893 |
| Stock #: |
3031 |
| Body Style: |
Wagon |
| Condition: |
Used |
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Vehicle Description
HIGHLIGHTS:Â
-Same family owned since the 1980s!
-Flathead V8 w/ 3-on-the-tree manual!
-Reverse opening rear doors!
This 1940 Ford Deluxe Sedan is a charming, pre-war time capsule that has been lovingly held in the same family since the 1980s. As a four-door Deluxe model, it boasts the iconic rear suicide doors that make entering the back seat feel like stepping into a vintage luxury lounge. Under the hood sits the legendary Ford Flathead V8 paired with a nostalgic "three-on-the-tree" column-shifted manual transmission. Solidly residing in the "carefree driver" category, this Ford avoids the delicate stress of a pristine show car while offering an authentic 1940s motoring experience. It is a running, driving piece of history that is ready for casual Sunday cruises and local car shows just as it sits!
BODY OVERVIEW:Â
The teardrop headlamps and iconic pointed grille of the 1940 Deluxe are some of the most celebrated design elements in Ford history, and this sedan wears them with pride. The body is solid, and although it carries a few honest dents and dings from decades of real-world enjoyment, it maintains its fantastic overall shape. The original-style chrome bumpers and brightwork remain present and intact, showing some light pitting and surface corrosion in some areas consistent with age. Underneath, the floor pans and frame are dirty and show the patina of an unrestored vehicle, but visible corrosion is kept to a minimum, providing a remarkable foundation for whatever you plan to do.
PAINT CONDITION OVERVIEW:Â
The paint on this Deluxe appears to be an older repaint that has aged gracefully into a driver-level finish. While it still holds a charming appearance from a few paces away, a closer look reveals a collection of paint chips, scratches, and light checking throughout the body panels consistent with a car that has been driven and enjoyed over the years. Because it isn't a fresh $20,000 paint job, you are freed from the constant anxiety of parking lot dings or gravel roads. It presents as an honest, well-loved vintage machine that wears its history on its sleeve, making it an ideal candidate for someone who prefers driving over detailing.
INTERIOR CONDITION OVERVIEW:Â
Step inside, and you will find an interior that presents very nicely, having been refinished more recently than the rest of the car. The cabin offers a warm, comfortable atmosphere for up to six passengers, with soft seating surfaces and clean door panels. Thanks to the reverse opening rear doors, access to the spacious rear bench is made easy! While the dashboard maintains its classic 1940s layout, it is showing some age in the form of scratches, cracks, and minor gauge fading. We find that this adds to the charm of this car, and serves as a constant reminder that this is truly a historical vehicle. The carpet, seats, and door panels are soft and show beautifully! The interior really elevates the vehicle as a whole.Â
MECHANICAL OVERVIEW:Â
Powering this pre-war cruiser is the venerable Ford Flathead V8, an engine renowned for its smooth power delivery and distinct exhaust note. The engine is mated to a 3-speed column-shifted manual transmission that engages the gears as it should. Stopping and steering are purely mechanical, providing an authentic, tactile driving experience that connects you directly to the road, and serves as a reminder of what motoring once was. Last but not least, dual exhaust ensures that nobody misses out on that sweet Flathead exhaust tone! Recent repairs/upgrades include a 12-volt ignition coil, oil change, spark plugs, remanufactured distributor, new Coker tires, brake wheel cylinders and master cylinder. Â
WHAT YOU'LL LOVE ABOUT THIS CAR:Â
You will love the pure, unpretentious charm of a multi-decade |
Vehicle Options
Drum Brakes, Heater, Column-Shifted 3-Speed Manual Transmission, Cloth Interior, Dual Exhaust, Whitewall Tires |
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